Congress. Hails Rahul As He Turns 54

New Delhi: Birthday wishes poured in for Rahul Gandhi as he turned 54 on Wednesday, with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge saying that his qualities of unwavering commitment to the values espoused in the Constitution and his emphatic compassion for the millions of unheard voices set him apart. Congress general secretaries K.C. Venugopal and Priyanka Gandhi, along with treasurer Ajay Maken, were also present on the occasion.

Gandhi also interacted with party workers who wished him on his birthday. In a post on X earlier, Kharge extended birthday greetings to Gandhi. "Your unwavering commitment to the values espoused in the Constitution of India and your emphatic compassion for the millions of unheard voices are the qualities that set you apart," Kharge said of Gandhi.

"Congress party's ethos of unity in diversity, harmony, and compassion is visible in all your actions as you continue in your mission to wipe off the tear from the last person standing by showing the mirror of truth to power," he said. Kharge wished Gandhi a long, healthy, and happy life ahead. Responding to Kharge's post, Gandhi said, "Congress president Kharge ji, thank you very much for your kind wishes. Your leadership and guidance inspire us all to continue fighting for an equitable and just India." He also thanked Congress leaders, workers, and others for wishing him on his birthday.

Priyanka Gandhi posted a heartfelt message for her brother on social media, saying he was her "friend, argumentative guide, philosopher, and leader."

In a post on X, Priyanka Gandhi said, "Happy Birthday to my sweet brother whose unique perspective on life, the universe, and everything lights up the path. Always my friend, fellow traveler, argumentative guide, philosopher, and leader. Keep shining (star emojis), love you the most!" the Congress general secretary said.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK chief M.K. Stalin hailed Gandhi on his birthday. "Happy Birthday, dear brother Rahul Gandhi! Your dedication to the people of our country will take you to great heights. Wishing you a year of continued progress and success," Stalin said on X.

Former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav wished Gandhi on his birthday. NCP (SCP) chief Sharad Pawar also wished Gandhi on his birthday. "Warm Birthday Greetings Rahul Gandhi. Wishing you a healthy, long, and successful life ahead," Pawar said on X. Pawar's daughter and Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule wished Gandhi a healthy year ahead. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray also wished Gandhi on his birthday.

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said, "Happiest returns of the day brother Rahul Gandhi! You have exhibited remarkable vision and leadership. Wishing you a long, happy, healthy, and successful life ahead!" Indian Youth Congress workers distributed air coolers to shelter home dwellers in Delhi on Rahul Gandhi's birthday.